Quick question about the carb spec chart

[Mike]

I need to get a new pilot jet for my 450L. In looking at the chart on BikeCliff's site (http://members.dslextreme.com/users/...at_height.html), I see two different ones listed, a 17.5 and a 45. It looks like there are 3 different ID numbers listed for the BS34SS. Is there a simple way to figure out which one I have? I'm not at home right now, otherwise I'd look for a stamping or something, so forgive me if it's that simple.

Thanks!

[pete]

If you're not sure, go to the source.

By the source, I mean the Suzuki parts fiche.

I find that chart on BassCliff's site (and in the carb spec thread) confusing also for the 450's as most of the entries are for the "D" models which is 1983, and they're different to the 1980 - 1982 ones in alot of areas.

You should have the same as me, which is a "Z" or 1982 year (going by your previous posts, might want to put your bike year and model in your signature ).

So, you should need the 17.5 pilot jet.

[pete]

I've just been looking through the Sudco PDF of all their Mikuni carbs, jets, and so forth.

You really want to look closely at what you need and compare it to what's in there before ordering. There're three pilot jets that look very similar, but only one comes in 17.5.

I have seen some confusing info around too... such as a blanket statement on another Mikuni site that says all VM34 carbs have the large hex type main jet, but I know for a fact that my '82 450E's carbs have a round head style main jet.

So, take your time and compare what you have with what's in there before making your purchase.

I'm sure someone else has encountered this before and I'm sure there's a reference somewhere that clarifies this, but I haven't found any so far...

[Mike]

If you're not sure, go to the source.

By the source, I mean the Suzuki parts fiche.

I find that chart on BassCliff's site (and in the carb spec thread) confusing also for the 450's as most of the entries are for the "D" models which is 1983, and they're different to the 1980 - 1982 ones in alot of areas.

You should have the same as me, which is a "Z" or 1982 year (going by your previous posts, might want to put your bike year and model in your signature ).

So, you should need the 17.5 pilot jet.

Awesome, thanks! I figured it was the 17.5, as I went to two different dealer sites and pulled up their part list for the carb, and both had the 17.5 listed.

[pete]

No probs Mike, let us know what you do and what part number you get etc. as I'm still confused about the different types...